Southfield Drive is in Yeovil and in Somerset district. BA21 3FJ is located in the Yeovil West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Yeovil. This postcode has been in use since 2015-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southfield Drive, Yeovil, BA21 3FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BA21 3FN, BA21 3FP, BA21 3FQ, BA21 3UZ, BA21 3FF, BA21 3FL, BA21 3UX, BA21 3UY, BA21 3UU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BA21 3FJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 48.9% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 47.9% | 51.1% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BA21 3FJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.6% | 19.7% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 68.9% | 12.7% | 44.2% | 24.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 6.3% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 4.7% | -7.4% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.2% | 60.1% | 21.9% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 30.9% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 21% | 7.2% | -13.8% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 1.5% | -4.7% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around BA21 3FJ this area, 4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.3% | 4% | -31.3% | 18.2% | -14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 9.9% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 17.8% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 4.7% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 19.8% | 12.6% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 41.9% | 22.3% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.3% | 94% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 94% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southfield Drive was 33.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.8% lower than the Brympton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southfield Drive has the 48th lowest crime rate of 124 local areas in Brympton and the 638th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Southfield Drive, Yeovil, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2025-03-11 | £466,667 |
| 22 Southfield Drive, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-01-17 | £436,867 |
| 47 Southfield Drive, Yeovil, Somerset Terraced, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2025-01-10 | £508,821 |
| 39 Southfield Drive, Yeovil, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-11-21 | £469,585 |
| 11 Southfield Drive, Yeovil, Somerset Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-11-20 | £461,780 |
BA21 3FJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston CofE Primary School The Toose , Abbey Manor Park BA21 3SN | 4out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Primary School Kingfisher Drive , Houndstone BA22 8FJ | 4out of 4 | 1,470 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilthorne Domer Church School Main Street , Chilthorne Domer BA22 8RD | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Primary School Preston Grove , BA20 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,559 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huish Primary School Carisbrooke Gardens , BA20 1AY | 4out of 4 | 2,916 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston School Academy Monks Dale , BA21 3JD | 2out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Academy Stiby Road , BA21 3EP | 3out of 4 | 1,745 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckler's Mead School 1 St. Johns Road , BA21 4NH | - not rated | 3,686 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanchester Academy East Stoke , TA14 6UG | 3out of 4 | 4,264 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil College Mudford Road , BA21 4DR | - not rated | 2,815 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Lufton College Lufton , BA22 8ST | - not rated | 1,202 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairmead School Mudford Road , BA21 4NZ | 3out of 4 | 3,709 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Somerset Partnership School Dampier Street , BA21 4EN | 3out of 4 | 3,766 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fiveways Special School Victoria Road , BA21 5AZ | 4out of 4 | 4,523 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dive Academy Ltd | Unit 7 To 8, Boundary Avenue Commerce Park, Boundary Avenue | 565 yd | |
| Sonni's Cafe | Plot 14 The Parade Ground, Boundary Way | 752 yd | |
| Yeovil Football and Athletic Club Ltd including catering vans | Huish Park Stadium, Lufton Way | 755 yd | |
| Baxter Storey at Screwfix Direct Ltd | Mead Avenue | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arrow | The Forum, The Toose | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New World | 2 The Forum | 817 yd | |
| Wessex Fish Bar | 72 Wessex Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1 The Forum | 817 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yeovil Town Fc (Huish Park) HUISH PARK HUISH PARK LUFTON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 749 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 170.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 34.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 200 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.